What Did You Do To Your Avant Today? [Archive] - Page 4

wordtothis

08-16-2011, 07:38 PM

Could you really hear your turbo and dv much better, i did the airbox mod and it was a slight improvement over unmodified, and you can hear everything. I just dont think thee gains are there to guy this.

for starters, yes, the sounds are definitely coming through in "stereo" now.
...
I'll pay some closer attention and let you know if I think it helped any.
A word on price: I got a screamin' deal on the kit from a fellow AZ'er and the just bought a new filter from Carbonio. They also hooked me up with new hardware (since the previous owner didn't include it), and I added some heat shielding and high-heat epoxy paint. So, for less than $200, I'm setup with what I believe to be one of the best looking intakes around.

Turbwhistle

08-16-2011, 07:43 PM

Defiantly best looking, maybe best performing?

nudavinci64

08-16-2011, 07:53 PM

I agree if I were to sell I would have to get an RS4 as well.

When is this Avantoberfest???? need to look this up...

Turbwhistle

08-16-2011, 07:57 PM

October 8th

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/443378-AVANTOBER-FEST-2011-DRIVE-ALL-OUT-CHARITY-RUN

tankdeer

08-17-2011, 07:52 AM

^ 15th for the west coast

SoCalS4Avant

08-17-2011, 08:51 AM

If you sell you should get a rs4 [:D]

Yeah, that's probably the second choice on my list. But I'm so picky, which would make it hard to find the right RS4.

I agree if I were to sell I would have to get an RS4 as well.

When is this Avantoberfest???? need to look this up...

Hope you come up! As Tank said, it's October 15 for us West Coasters. Meet in Sac-a-tomatoes, and drive to Tahoe via HWY 50. Will be a great time. More Avants are needed.

97A6

08-17-2011, 09:44 AM

I'll be at the west coast avantober fest. Just did a few things to her... I know it needs a drop, I'm looking into it.

My Avant and my brothers (Lowa4) S4

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l214/lilman4christ14/286737_10150276670912296_643622295_7426838_6592088 _o.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l214/lilman4christ14/288868_10150274901682296_643622295_7407246_3340150 _o.jpg
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/185243_10150273756777296_643622295_7395561_525831_ n.jpg

Gdlaszako

08-17-2011, 01:46 PM

Any body want to pitch for gas so I can go?

bryzf1

08-17-2011, 02:11 PM

Yeah, that's probably the second choice on my list. But I'm so picky, which would make it hard to find the right RS4.

Hope you come up! As Tank said, it's October 15 for us West Coasters. Meet in Sac-a-tomatoes, and drive to Tahoe via HWY 50. Will be a great time. More Avants are needed.

What's your first choice on the list Dan?

SoCalS4Avant

08-17-2011, 02:29 PM

What's your first choice on the list Dan?

List kinda flows like this...
B8 S4
B7 RS4
C6 S6
M3
Cayenne
X5
Q7
Ford Raptor...lol
Hell if I know!

bryzf1

08-17-2011, 02:39 PM

SoCalS4Avant

08-17-2011, 02:53 PM

haha, nice list! The Raptor is on my list too... i'd love to replace my 01 F150 w/ 200+k miles on it w/ a Raptor but everytime my wife sees one she says, "look it's that Tonka toy truck you like" so it's doubtful that i'll ever get one! lol

My ultimate realistic garage would be my current allroad, keep the excursion for trips, 911 turbo, Ford Raptor... done! :)

Yeah, well, my ultimate garage would have been to keep the S4 Avant, A4 Avant, and add something like the Cayenne or Raptor. Definitely not heading that way, and she won't let me off the A4, yet. Having just picked up the E30, I wouldn't get rid of that yet either. So it looks like if I want something new, I've got to axe the S4.

It does look like a Tonka truck. And I like it! Here's what I'd like, I think...
http://zoneautoconcept.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/2011-Ford-F-150-Raptor-SuperCrew-Wallpaper-1.jpg

bryzf1

08-17-2011, 02:58 PM

oh yeah! Black for sure sans stickers! :)

SoCalS4Avant

08-17-2011, 03:39 PM

Exactly. Those stickers are terrible. Besides, they charge you some ridiculous amount like $3k for them! LOL

bryzf1

08-17-2011, 03:47 PM

Exactly. Those stickers are terrible. Besides, they charge you some ridiculous amount like $3k for them! LOL

WHAAAA?!?! I had no clue, that's insane!

SoCalS4Avant

08-17-2011, 03:52 PM

WHAAAA?!?! I had no clue, that's insane!

Ok, I lied...I looked it up, and it's $1,870, but that's $1,870 more than I would pay.

Turbwhistle

08-17-2011, 04:02 PM

I drove to rhode island and i stalled. :)

altavant

08-17-2011, 05:11 PM

We stacked 'em..

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/stacked.jpg

tankdeer

08-18-2011, 07:54 AM

The S4. It's just a thought...but one I've been having for a while. The kicker is what would follow it.
Dan, this makes me sad. As nice as the new S4 is, no avant = no bueno. You should have at least jumped on Bryan's A6 when you had the chance.

SoCalS4Avant

08-18-2011, 08:50 AM

Dan, this makes me sad. As nice as the new S4 is, no avant = no bueno. You should have at least jumped on Bryan's A6 when you had the chance.

I know. I know. I should have done the A6 for sure. That would have satiated the itch for a little while, at least. I really wish AOA would see reason and bring sexy back - with Avants.

Here's BMW considering bringing back the 5-Series touring after the debacle that was the 5-Series GT. http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/18/bmw-considering-bringing-5-series-touring-back-to-u-s-v12-to-s/

tankdeer

08-18-2011, 09:36 AM

kneel

08-18-2011, 09:53 AM

I know. I know. I should have done the A6 for sure. That would have satiated the itch for a little while, at least. I really wish AOA would see reason and bring sexy back - with Avants.

Here's BMW considering bringing back the 5-Series touring after the debacle that was the 5-Series GT. http://www.autoblog.com/2011/08/18/bmw-considering-bringing-5-series-touring-back-to-u-s-v12-to-s/

well then we need someone from AOA to show up at Avantober Fest.

SoCalS4Avant

08-18-2011, 09:54 AM

While I approve of as many wagons being imported as possible, the 5 Series Touring just doesn't have the nice clean lines that the Avants have always had. Audi has always made the best looking wagons IMO.

I completely agree, but I'm just hoping this is a sign of better things to come with wagons in general.

well then we need someone from AOA to show up at Avantober Fest.

Yes...yes we do! Hmmm, time to try and put that into action.

tankdeer

08-18-2011, 10:10 AM

well then we need someone from AOA to show up at Avantober Fest.

Yes...yes we do! Hmmm, time to try and put that into action.

I wonder if there is any validity to the rumor that some head honcho at AOA drives a C6 RS6 Avant (my dream car). Surely this man understands the appeal of the Avant. Time to make some calls Kneel! [;)]

feelgood156

08-18-2011, 11:27 AM

While I approve of as many wagons being imported as possible, the 5 Series Touring just doesn't have the nice clean lines that the Avants have always had. Audi has always made the best looking wagons IMO.

I may be a borderline BMW fanboy[girl] but I think the f10 tourings look amazing w/ some sprucing up of course... http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-5-series-touring-hamann-2-655x435.jpg

that's one mean ass-- http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-5-series-touring-hamann-7-655x435.jpg

moyenecorniche

08-18-2011, 11:48 AM

I may be a borderline BMW fanboy[girl] but I think the f10 tourings look amazing w/ some sprucing up of course... http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-5-series-touring-hamann-2-655x435.jpg

that's one mean ass-- http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-5-series-touring-hamann-7-655x435.jpg

I have to admit it is attractive, except for that rear wiper...Does it extend and sweep the snow off of the entire Bimmer[>_<]
But the Darth Vader look is cool. It however does resemble Audi's a bit too much...

rjpeaks

08-18-2011, 11:51 AM

SoCalS4Avant

08-18-2011, 12:03 PM

ah so this is where the request came from.

LOL

Yep. Just sayin'.

tankdeer

08-18-2011, 12:11 PM

I may be a borderline BMW fanboy[girl] but I think the f10 tourings look amazing w/ some sprucing up of course... http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-5-series-touring-hamann-2-655x435.jpg

that's one mean ass-- http://www.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/bmw-5-series-touring-hamann-7-655x435.jpg

Good call Amber, the F10 does look pretty nice. Nicer than a lot of past Tourings. But I agree with Dan that the rear wiper is whacky.

ah so this is where the request came from.
[;)]

rjpeaks

08-18-2011, 12:15 PM

LOL

Yep. Just sayin'.

i asked - sent the avantober link - be nice if they could send someone. I know he knows his brethern up in Norcal - would be nice to have someone attend on the East Coast.

SoCalS4Avant

08-18-2011, 12:26 PM

i asked - sent the avantober link - be nice if they could send someone. I know he knows his brethern up in Norcal - would be nice to have someone attend on the East Coast.

Show them that Avant love is powerful...and that we'd be happy to have more Avants here in the US...and because it would just be cool to have someone from AOA present.

They've been on our cruises before. R8 and B8 S4 from AOA went on one of Michgo's cruises.

Oaks

08-18-2011, 04:00 PM

the non US imported e63 benz would be sick too, Dan

http://www.vossenwheels.com/gallery/FileUpload/Gallery/l_G62010817153435.jpg

rjpeaks

08-18-2011, 04:07 PM

a guy a surf with has the US sedan - its so killer. having in wagon form...

sheesh

kneel

08-18-2011, 10:57 PM

I wonder if there is any validity to the rumor that some head honcho at AOA drives a C6 RS6 Avant (my dream car). Surely this man understands the appeal of the Avant. Time to make some calls Kneel! [;)]
get me a number/email not afraid to call anyone. it cant hurt....right

a guy a surf with has the US sedan - its so killer. having in wagon form...

sheesh
get that guy with the MB to roll up too! I havent posted on MBworld yet. Did last year and had a few interests.

Batcave

08-19-2011, 02:01 PM

I was getting ready for winter - it's never too early! I installed mud/splash guards (OEM). However, I don't like them on the car. I might remove them and put them back on when I change the tires over. These are my summer tires (17" Avus with 225/45 Michelins). My winter tires are the stock 16" rims with Michelin X-ice. It might look better with the winter wheels/tires.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6184/6060227368_b7cf9d2136_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6190/6060227026_2779629158_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6194/6059677327_077fe7cd49_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6210/6060226434_a3c3479e0d_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6090/6060502738_70817fb513_o.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6206/6059951995_035854af6a_o.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6064/6060503378_8c63878571_o.jpg

moyenecorniche

08-19-2011, 02:28 PM

Batcave

08-19-2011, 03:45 PM

A pic of the whole Audi from a few feet away would be easier to judge.
BTW what kind of feedback do you have of those Bibendum Pilot Sport's. I run the Alpin PA3's for winter also on 17x7.5 Avus sport wheels.
Are your wheels powdercoated dolphin Grey...? Nice touch...

I thought the same thing. More photos posted above.

The PS2s are awesome! I mostly drive on windy highway roads so they are lots of fun! I recommend them and would buy them again.

Thanks! The wheels are supposed to be gunmetal according to the guy I bought them from (anther AZer), however, I bought them because they were a good price and close to me. I like the Avus design, but wasn't sure about the color at first. However, I really like them now. They match the color of my car fairly close. An average image from my iPhone, but not too bad...

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6137/5974438817_2ece487a2f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ifindoubt/5974438817/)

moyenecorniche

08-19-2011, 03:51 PM

I like it, it looks nice, not overdone and it's an unusual theme...That is a +10

BTW...Are you attending Avantoberfest Oct. 8th

moyenecorniche

08-19-2011, 05:49 PM

Lower Grille's, converted from ribs to mesh.
I was wondering what the lower's would look like if they were mesh instead of plastic ribs and the fog lights would be hidden behind the mesh.
It's an inexpensive conversion, less than $10, but it is time consuming to get it to look right.
Of course the right side has taken half the time that the left ( first side did )
But ran out of daylight , for touch up paint, will finish right side and final updates tomorrow.

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/4006b3a0.jpg

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/7d79d6f8.jpg

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/60997418.jpg

Tool wise it is simple, Dremel and cutting blades, lithion powered screw driver, a few sheet metal self-tapping screws, a Sharpie pen and some blue painting masking tape and appropriate color rattle can.

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/7710fdbf.jpg

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/8d7b25e5.jpg

I like the change but it needs a bit more, will work on a better method and result...

tankdeer

08-19-2011, 08:07 PM

Honestly not a fan. It stands out too much. Have you considered painting the mesh black? That might make it look more stealthy.

moyenecorniche

08-20-2011, 05:34 AM

I did, but that was the reason for the change, I'm also considering painting them Atlas Grey to match the body color.
I was/am searching for a way to have the lower grille's disappear.
This is a trial basis and it's ongoing, so it will get changed, there is no other way than to experiment on the car itself.

That being said, I may revert back to black as you suggest, one thing is that the fog light beams are unaffected, or so minimally that I cannot tell the difference.

Bear in mind that this is a preliminary to fitting either an Oettinger or Ultrasport lower or full bumper. I wanted to see wether the mesh would work.
Worse case scenario, it is easy to return to stock, just pop in the two grille's, they're readily available.

Have to live with it for a little while, will get some feedback next Wednesday.

dropshadow

08-20-2011, 06:20 AM

Aside from the color (please do not paint them body color, they need to be black), is that the finished state? The fitment looks a little sloppy. Sorry, I'm not a fan.

moyenecorniche

08-20-2011, 06:54 AM

Aside from the color (please do not paint them body color, they need to be black), is that the finished state? The fitment looks a little sloppy. Sorry, I'm not a fan.

It is the first attempt as i said, i will order a couple sets of the grille's as I have some idea's as to improve the assembly and final look.
fabricating these was after all not as easy as I had envisioned.

As I said, it is a trial period and not at all permanent.

Bimmerchop

08-20-2011, 07:34 AM

http://s1.E46Fanatics.com/forum/images/smilies/uhoh2.gif

Gdlaszako

08-20-2011, 07:40 AM

I think that it would look good black with body color rings on the out side

paulorama

08-20-2011, 07:52 PM

Replaces some old vacuum lines, Seafoamed, installed a K&N airfilter. My car is so happy!

Batcave

08-20-2011, 08:50 PM

I like it, it looks nice, not overdone and it's an unusual theme...That is a +10

BTW...Are you attending Avantoberfest Oct. 8th
Thanks! I don't like silver wheels and black wouldn't work on this car so this is good.

I haven't thought about attending Avantoberfest. Maybe - I assume beer is involved? [drool]

Latest thing, LED daytime running lights. I found the bulbs were burning out quickly. These are the $3 eBay variety - not really bright, but they work to be seen - not to see though.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6181/6060854191_0e8b9bc3a6_b.jpg

phatAvant

08-21-2011, 04:16 AM

It is the first attempt as i said, i will order a couple sets of the grille's as I have some idea's as to improve the assembly and final look.
fabricating these was after all not as easy as I had envisioned.

As I said, it is a trial period and not at all permanent.

I think it would look better if you kept the horizontal slats and put black mesh behind.

Gdlaszako

08-21-2011, 05:54 AM

^I agree

moyenecorniche

08-21-2011, 06:50 AM

^I agree

Picky...Picky...Picky.....LOL

I thought about that also but I will order a couple sets of new grilles/slats thru E-bay, there seems to be quite a few for just a few dollars, much better than thru a dealer or..
And Yes I'm not satisfied with the way they went together but don't worry, I'm not about to make my car look like a garish spectacle, like that Imola Yellow A4 or S4 that the owner had a wide shark's mouth painted across the entire lower...[confused] Of course the same may subjectively apply to my little experiment.
Thank you for the feedback however..

moyenecorniche

08-21-2011, 06:52 AM

I think that it would look good black with body color rings on the out side

I may try that approach as well.

Gdlaszako

08-21-2011, 01:39 PM

You should post pics if you do

dropshadow

08-21-2011, 05:55 PM

Started to give my wagon a quick wash in the driveway but ended up doing a full detail just because she's been behaving lately.

Stubek

08-22-2011, 05:42 PM

Added aluminum extensions to my paddle shifters
full thread at http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/445698-Aluminum-Paddle-Shifter-Extensions?p=6798475#post6798475

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v311/stubek/Avant/IMG_3410.jpg

kneel

08-22-2011, 09:44 PM

Clenaed it for as show yesterday! (Sunday) First time cleaning the Avant since Water Fest.....I've been slacking.
Anyway car looked half way decent next to the 2 B7 Avants. Did some promoting for Avantober Fest too!

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/310170_1937909043148_1105031960_31696214_4092942_n .

Gdlaszako

08-23-2011, 08:49 AM

Well not today but Look what i found

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/10732607/DSCF2954.JPG

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/10732607/DSCF2955.JPG

jaustin

08-23-2011, 02:09 PM

Loaded it with trash from a new rental and took it to the dump. It holds 11 bags without bumping the roof.

Stubek

08-24-2011, 08:07 PM

Installed under seat storage bins today
http://www.audienthusiasts.com/ProjectUnderseatbin.html

phatAvant

08-25-2011, 02:07 AM

Took mine to Audi for it first service [:(]

Stubek

08-25-2011, 05:49 AM

That is a great milestone! And I just noticed it is a TDI! That is awesome! I am very jealous of that.

PNW Avant

08-25-2011, 08:46 PM

Installed an Aero rear wiper blade from a Q5. So sick!

Stubek

08-25-2011, 08:53 PM

Installed an Aero rear wiper blade from a Q5. So sick!
What's the difference? Got a picture?

evo_ski

08-25-2011, 09:29 PM

PNW isn't it awesome? There are a couple shots of mine on page 12 if I remember right. Clears water and dirt way better.

PNW Avant

08-26-2011, 11:40 AM

PNW isn't it awesome? There are a couple shots of mine on page 12 if I remember right. Clears water and dirt way better.

Evo - It really is awesome. Took 5 min to install (and then 1 hour over a couple days adjusting it to EXACTLY where I wanted it to sit, haha)

Gotta love the OEM+ mods...

PNW Avant

08-26-2011, 11:41 AM

What's the difference? Got a picture?

Stubek, with a 2011 I am assuming that you already have the aero-style blade on the back of your avant. For B6ers, this is an upgrade from the old style wiper to the new style.

Stubek

08-26-2011, 12:28 PM

Ahh, thanks

Gdlaszako

08-26-2011, 04:44 PM

drove it home[:d]

Stubek

08-26-2011, 07:19 PM

One quick new iPhone picture of what I just did. See if you can spot it. Real pictures tomorrow
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v311/stubek/Avant/IMG_1063.jpg

Gdlaszako

08-27-2011, 10:45 AM

What did you do?

Stubek

08-27-2011, 12:51 PM

Installed the UK parking brake switch with hill hold assist (still need to finish the wiring on that) so my brake is on the right not the left and put my subwoofer volume gain on the left

evo_ski

08-27-2011, 11:57 PM

Spent about 8 - 10 hours doing a full exterior detail + as good of a paint correction as you can get with a crappy pad style random orbital. I am so pumped at how much better the car looks now. I got rid of about 90% of the swirl marks and scratches. Boy does it shine now! You sure get some funny looks cruising down to Napa for extra polish compound with fluoro green masking tape everywhere and a racing stripe for s***s and giggles haha. I also swapped out the standard rear rings with the A8 ones which are slightly larger and really like how they look. Looks a bit more substantial.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6078/6088234844_bafbf48b5b_z.jpg

Turbwhistle

08-30-2011, 12:26 PM

well, i will tell you what i did the past few days because i did not have internet, well yesterday was my birthday so i gave my car a wash and my friend and i did the brushed aluminium belt trim mod. Then later that night i got a flat tire. I ended up needing a new tire ($164), i was supposed to have my car flashed at 3:30 today, that didn't happen because i spent my money on the tire. I also ordered a front mount intercooler, and a boost gauge. I am pissed i couldn't have my car flashed.

Gdlaszako

09-01-2011, 03:53 PM

got home from a trip and gave her a hug.

yourtoys7

09-03-2011, 09:32 AM

Well, not today but in the last 2 weeks.
Purchased the car...
http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z388/mmike189/70326l_20.jpg

Got BBS CH 18....
http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z388/mmike189/afc02bd0.jpg

20% tint all around...
http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z388/mmike189/afc749d1.jpg

http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z388/mmike189/69ed8b05.jpg

http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z388/mmike189/dfbb96d4.jpg

SoCalS4Avant

09-03-2011, 09:53 AM

Off to Yosemite for a week.

http://tapatalk.com/mu/a6cd8ea9-5b4b-8cb4.jpg

http://tapatalk.com/mu/a6cd8ea9-5b74-318a.jpg

tankdeer

09-03-2011, 10:25 AM

That sounds awesome Dan. I wanna go. :(

McGovs2.7TB5

09-03-2011, 12:55 PM

SoCal I want your roof set up, that box hold snowboards?

SoCalS4Avant

09-03-2011, 01:27 PM

Yep, it'll be a great time. Pit stop for In N Out now.

McGovs, the box will definitely hold boards. I can't get my skis in, though, unless I angle them.

Turbwhistle

09-03-2011, 01:47 PM

I got a giac chip today, it is great.

McGovs2.7TB5

09-04-2011, 09:23 AM

Yep, it'll be a great time. Pit stop for In N Out now.

McGovs, the box will definitely hold boards. I can't get my skis in, though, unless I angle them.

Nice, a roof box is def on my wish list for this winter. They are just so much more versitile than regular snowboard racks since you can obviously stuff anything into them.

Gdlaszako

09-04-2011, 09:54 AM

I want to do my back rings with plasti-dip any suggestions?

phatAvant

09-05-2011, 04:33 AM

I want to do my back rings with plasti-dip any suggestions?

Saw a post on this not long ago, they masked off the area around the rings, and then sprayed the rings with plastidip, the excess apparently just peals right off as the plastidip will break on the edges, so you are just left with the rings in black.

latte

09-05-2011, 08:58 PM

Off to Yosemite for a week.

http://tapatalk.com/mu/a6cd8ea9-5b4b-8cb4.jpg

http://tapatalk.com/mu/a6cd8ea9-5b74-318a.jpg

Nice! you should add those pictures to the "Why drive an Avant" thread. I had my Avant loaded up just like that with the two bikes and box in the middle last time I went camping, wish I had taken pics.

EdHunter

09-10-2011, 10:43 AM

Put on some NBB lights and converted them to 75w xenon, and bought rims for winter tires.

http://www1.garaget.org/archive/25/24819/251871/251871-2484998.jpg

http://www1.garaget.org/archive/25/24819/251871/251871-2492367.jpg

moyenecorniche

09-10-2011, 10:51 AM

That should illuminate the moose crossings, though you may be mistaken for Aurora Borealis from the other side of the hill......LOL

Stubek

09-10-2011, 10:53 AM

Love the lights! Such a throw back to the original Quattro!

EdHunter

09-10-2011, 11:06 AM

That should illuminate the moose crossings, though you may be mistaken for Aurora Borealis from the other side of the hill......LOL

You can't have too much light over here in the winter.

Love the lights! Such a throw back to the original Quattro!

I only put them on for the winter, like the car better without them but its really useful when it gets dark.

116SA4Q

09-10-2011, 06:10 PM

How do you mount them?

Sour

09-11-2011, 03:01 AM

intense edhunter [eek]

EdHunter

09-11-2011, 06:03 AM

How do you mount them?

I used one of these. I just put it where the numberplate is.
http://img846.imageshack.us/img846/3301/42491l.jpg

Gdlaszako

09-11-2011, 09:11 AM

I love the lights they look good but I would prefer a quattro if anything. but still pretty sick[up]

kneel

09-11-2011, 10:05 AM

wow those are intense! but i like, may be some yellow bulbs in there would look awesome at night!

Pics of them on please!

EdHunter

09-11-2011, 12:25 PM

wow those are intense! but i like, may be some yellow bulbs in there would look awesome at night!

Pics of them on please!

It's hard to capture the light on picture but I tried. You really see the difference irl.

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/4843/av1aa.jpg

http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/5576/pa1a.jpg

http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/3056/av2t.jpg

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/4994/pa2j.jpg

CCA4

09-11-2011, 01:05 PM

Ed those lights are awesome!!! I put some race springs on mine yesterday, new tires today. Loving the new look [:D]

Huli467

09-11-2011, 10:23 PM

Me and my girl went for a bike ride today...beautiful ride through Waikiki, Diamond Head, and Kahala neighborhoods. Sorry for the crappy cell phone pic.

http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv101/huli467/Avant91111.jpg

feelgood156

09-12-2011, 09:44 AM

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8fPIoyM8cMs/Tm42SfzrlQI/AAAAAAAADeQ/eLTHpKbrfEw/s640/IMG_0740.JPG

Finally put on the lip!

Haenszel20v

09-12-2011, 09:46 AM

Finally hit 11's in mine yesterday. Still got a ways to go though.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4vILpkc5K4&feature=player_embedded

tankdeer

09-12-2011, 09:51 AM

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8fPIoyM8cMs/Tm42SfzrlQI/AAAAAAAADeQ/eLTHpKbrfEw/s640/IMG_0740.JPG

Finally put on the lip!
Car's looking real good Amber. [up]

rjpeaks

09-12-2011, 09:54 AM

McGovs2.7TB5

09-12-2011, 10:35 AM

Ed those lights are awesome!!! I put some race springs on mine yesterday, new tires today. Loving the new look [:D]

This post is worthless without pics.

GramCracker

09-12-2011, 12:42 PM

Changed my passenger's side O2 sensor in 20 minutes. I think thats a B5 S4 world record! [:D]

CCA4

09-12-2011, 01:12 PM

This post is worthless without pics.

lol I know. I was at a concert last night and my phone is now a $300 paperweight. I'll dig up my digital camera when I get home and take some shots. [:D]

BENI_BOY

09-12-2011, 01:16 PM

After almost 2 years, finally got it running! now off to paint

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/311078_10150288194955924_713880923_8027293_1156360 487_n.jpg

CCA4

09-12-2011, 03:32 PM

^That^ is AWESOME [:D]

This post is worthless without pics.

Don't judge too harshly, pics of a work in progress taken with a 6 year old 4MP point and shoot with a 64MB memory card (which I filled up LOL)

http://i316.photobucket.com/albums/mm323/christopercook7/MoarLow003.jpg

DAT ASS! [:D]

http://i316.photobucket.com/albums/mm323/christopercook7/MoarLow001.jpg

http://i316.photobucket.com/albums/mm323/christopercook7/MoarLow006.jpg

btw, does anyone else feel like the rear is lower than the front or is it just me? I need to get out and do some GTF measurements

Gdlaszako

09-12-2011, 04:56 PM

I'd say they look the same. at least from the pics looks good

BENI_BOY

09-16-2011, 04:05 PM

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/319974_10150283497916741_501861740_8252638_9837942 43_n.jpg
recieved this beaut this morning!

tankdeer

09-16-2011, 04:09 PM

Nice. But you're missing the rest of it. [:p]

Gdlaszako

09-16-2011, 04:10 PM

do you have the tail lights too?

northnj

09-16-2011, 04:23 PM

Congrats on getting into the 11s. Sent you a pm

[QUOTE=Haenszel20v;6853280]Finally hit 11's in mine yesterday. Still got a ways to go though.

bryzf1

09-16-2011, 06:21 PM

After almost 2 years, finally got it running! now off to paint

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/311078_10150288194955924_713880923_8027293_1156360 487_n.jpg

OOOOH YES!!!!

What color are you going w/ again?

BENI_BOY

09-16-2011, 06:49 PM

OOOOH YES!!!!

What color are you going w/ again?

GT3RS Orange but the right term is "Pure" orange...geting the whole car resprayed though, as you can see the door doesnt match perfectly and theres spots i dont like so i said screw it, do it all over again. And i dont have RS4 tail lights, but i was in europe and was going to buy a pair but i dont know why but i didnt, i regit it.

Gdlaszako

09-17-2011, 07:56 AM

kneel

09-17-2011, 08:51 AM

thursday i did:

Sportec Coil OVers and 18x9.5 et30 Privat wheels.

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/309861_10150280987430178_539685177_8154587_2144081 01_n.jpg

http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/303084_10150280471140178_539685177_8151771_1469702 796_n.jpg

Went for a ride in this beauty! All white Allroad with 535i bmw red leatehr interior, 20x10.5 & 20x8.5 ESM Wheels

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/312081_10150280484010178_539685177_8151794_1655201 798_n.jpg

BENI_BOY

09-17-2011, 10:17 AM

^I've got a euro hatch on mine to. but the clip that closes the hatch seems to have broken and now it doesn't recognize that that the hatch is open and just lock back
up again if I don't open a door. It's quiet annoying if you ask me. So I have a question for you what are you doing with the hatch clip of the old hatch?

I dont understand what part you're talking about? Is it the hatch handle? or the locking mechanism? and this hatch with the prefacelifted hatch are different, but if you need a part from the old hatch lmk bud

wpg2.0T

09-17-2011, 09:01 PM

jaustin

09-18-2011, 06:12 AM

I parked mine in the garage for the weekend.

moyenecorniche

09-18-2011, 06:34 AM

Got my winter wheels this week.

These were take offs from a 2012 C7 B8 A6. 19 x 8.5" ET 45mm. with 300 miles[cool]

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/JettaMK5/IMG_2003.jpg

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/JettaMK5/IMG_2004.jpg

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/JettaMK5/IMG_2005.jpg

Now comes the hunt for a set of winter tires: 255/35 R19. Leaning towards Bridgestone LM-60's

Also need a set of valve stem caps!! (Big expense?).

Cheers.

You're going to rock 19's 8.5 in the winter in your region...???
Dumb question but how much snow do you get ( never been up that way so bear ( no puns intended) with me if you please )
I'm on 17-7.5 for winter and even with Alpin PA3 Michelin's there are times when they float.

Speaking of wheels and tires.......
Conti sports wrapping MK2 TT 18x9's going on for Avantoberfest. Picking them up next weekend, have to install Koni yellow's and H+R Sports for a 1.5-7 drop. NO no coilovers, not needed...
Will update pics on my mod/build thread when installed.......Thumbs up...

As for the stem caps, you can get those for your Avant from the dealership with A4 logo, they are well made thogh every so often I have to replace one or two as they seem to dissapear....not loose just someone wanting a keepsake...

kneel

09-18-2011, 09:31 AM

Just beat the balls off my Avant...... Did a run early this morning. Realized that
1- a car lowered like mine
2- 9.5 wheels with slight stretch
and a 3" dp isnt the best car to do a high spirited back road run.

But i sure did have fun though.......now to see how much of the DP is left under the car [o_o]

Stubek

09-18-2011, 09:36 AM

Just beat the balls off my Avant...... Did a run early this morning. Realized that
1- a car lowered like mine
2- 9.5 wheels with slight stretch
and a 3" dp isnt the best car to do a high spirited back road run.
But i sure did have fun though.......now to see how much of the DP is left under the car [o_o]

[=(]

Gdlaszako

09-18-2011, 04:54 PM

poor car

If you don't want it any more...

kneel

09-18-2011, 10:17 PM

some pics from today!

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/314366_221363391255118_128918703832921_613299_6098 59679_n.jpg

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/301014_221363184588472_128918703832921_613288_8226 41584_n.jpg

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/296106_221363147921809_128918703832921_613286_2683 94720_n.jpg

SoCalS4Avant

09-19-2011, 08:58 AM

She looks beautiful, Neil!

kneel

09-19-2011, 10:29 AM

[=(]

poor car

If you don't want it any more...

I hadnt been on a good drive in a while. oh well :)

She looks beautiful, Neil!
thanks Dan, got a few more changes hopefully done for Avantober Fest. If not then i'll have to keep her longer, maybe sell by summer next year

CCA4

09-19-2011, 12:37 PM

Looks great Neil! [:D] loving the matte center section of the hood.

kneel

09-19-2011, 11:49 PM

Looks great Neil! [:D] loving the matte center section of the hood.

thanks! I'm thinking of going back to stock hood?

CCA4

09-20-2011, 04:52 AM

thanks! I'm thinking of going back to stock hood?

How come?

kneel

09-20-2011, 08:39 AM

How come?
cleaner look. Plus not running black wheels anymore. It went well with the black vmr 710's and the black roof.

boy412

09-20-2011, 11:38 AM

What I did this weekend. Gangsta! [>_<]

http://idisk.me.com/ericbullock//Public/audi/RS4_handle.jpg

Swapping the handles into the platinum shells was "fun". [wrench]

AvantinUSP

09-21-2011, 11:45 AM

Did a little camping. Should have brought a real camera.

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h184/omeganaut/IMG_0747.jpg

dropshadow

09-21-2011, 11:48 AM

Mine is at Imola (http://imolamotorsports.com) right now getting a tranny flush and a snub mount installed.

Gdlaszako

09-24-2011, 12:43 PM

I'm thinking about getting Raceland Coilovers does anyone have any feed back on them?

Turbwhistle

09-24-2011, 01:01 PM

Get them and make a review?

moyenecorniche

09-24-2011, 05:52 PM

Decided today to pull ashtray out, shift surround and clean the edges which were groooosssssss...!!!!!
Well once I removed the shifter surround trim...undid the two 8mm bolts and lifted/tilted the ashtray unit vertically.....[mad]
Surprise...Surprise...Surprise...[headbang][facepalm] It cannot be removed without 1st removing the climate control...[facepalm] which in turn cannot be removed without pulling out the Symphony Unit[rolleyes]
Which caused a few symphonic syllables in English...French and German.....Off to 4Amods and yup...confirmed...needed the keys to remove the radio or at least pull it out enough so that the CC could be pulled out so the ashtray unit could be itself removed and cleaned....LOL or Laugh with me...
So the keys are not that critical, used very narrow knives and carefully pried the radio out once the clips were released, got everything out...Did not unplug either the Climate control or for that matter the Radio.. I wasn't up for dealing with code's...
So everything is back in..... Except... As I type I just remembered I did not replug the ashtray light....
Back to the car.....Luckily it should not take more than a minute...

But it may be a while before I decide to clean the edges again.......

moyenecorniche

09-24-2011, 06:35 PM

Argh............It did not take a minute...Had to once again pull the radio...then the CC... then pull the ashtray unit up enough so that my fingers and needle nose pliers could reconnect the plug.
Oh...did I mention the three tabs on the back of the ashtray unit which are surrounded by three grommets which you must get back in their slots to replace the ashtray unit back in its place.
Of which you must have the CC out of the way to be able to pivot the ashtray backdown [=(]......Uber Frustration....Sch-**-e....

I should add that day before yesterday.....replaced the hatch struts and changed oil and filter....after struggling with jacking up the car and getting the jack stands in place......

Shanster

09-24-2011, 10:39 PM

I put my thule box back on

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/downsized_0924011733a.jpg

aaaaaaand I got my Untironic Stage 1+ upgrade. "Unbelievable" is all I've got right now. Third and fourth gear are amazing. I am very happy that I finally sacked up and made the upgrade.

Batcave

09-25-2011, 03:53 PM

New (to me) rubber/winter floor mats. I have an A6, but the Allroad mats fit fine. They were a good deal and it was a local seller. Just in time as it's been raining non-stop for several days in a row!

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6154/6182676093_4cc7c1ddff_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6164/6183197140_55947186ca_b.jpg

CCA4

09-26-2011, 05:43 AM

Changed my primary O2 sensor yesterday, no more CEL!!! [:D][up]
http://i316.photobucket.com/albums/mm323/christopercook7/2011-09-24_13-42-26_689.jpg

Also this lol
http://i316.photobucket.com/albums/mm323/christopercook7/2011-09-24_14-30-07_375.jpg

GramCracker

09-26-2011, 01:14 PM

Kinda got this thing working in my car....

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/ferrari32/rnseindash.jpg

Gdlaszako

09-26-2011, 04:02 PM

thought about how i'm going to set for winter mode this year... Pictured it if that countess.

calitri808

09-26-2011, 10:22 PM

Vagcom'd needle sweep, and window/sunroof open/close with key fob...

Axel-

09-27-2011, 01:44 AM

Added RS4 pedals and finally completed the third component in the JHM "Trio" shifter package. (the actual short shifter). Wonderful feeling. Not good for fuel consumption though. Makes me want to drive fast all the time now.

Gdlaszako

09-27-2011, 05:30 AM

I think that that I will wash her today

CCA4

09-27-2011, 05:42 AM

Passed emissions this morning, time for a test pipe [evilsmile]

evo_ski

09-28-2011, 10:34 PM

Got the whispbars and the packasport mounted up. Took it on the freeway up to about 75 or so and the decibel meter on my phone is saying it is exactly the same as without the roofbox or rails on there [:D]. The only thing you hear is due to the front of the box pushing air, but it sounds like driving on the freeway in like a 10mph wind. If I shut the moonroof slider you can't hear anything. To say I am pleased with this setup is an absolute understatement. It is everything I hoped for. It sits due to the recesses in the box and the short stack height of the bars the box sits flush with the roof rails. Cannot wait to get the top painted red on that sucker.

/halfway decent phone pics

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6193825239_326638a299_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6150/6193823955_75c00e995f_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6015/6193826923_b1242439cd_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6152/6194343362_90d5d0febd_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6152/6193824133_acb2eb27cd_b.jpg

And a good shot of the winter wheels just because.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6193823259_62ef50b7ab_b.jpg

patastinky

10-02-2011, 02:31 PM

Just installed my JHM tune (ECU). Couldn't be happier. Throttle response is amazing.

Gdlaszako

10-03-2011, 04:05 PM

went for a ride [:)]

CCA4

10-06-2011, 04:54 AM

Washed mine yesterday, then got stuck behind a truck carrying a dumpster on my way to work. Now he's covered with gross nasty dumpster water [:(]

Gonna try to wash it again today if the weather holds up lol

Turbwhistle

10-06-2011, 06:58 AM

^thats shitty.

tankdeer

10-06-2011, 07:47 AM

Ew, dumpster water.

Capt. Obvious

10-06-2011, 08:18 AM

I washed my car. In the rain. LOL

Then I re-aimed my headlights. Much better now.

happy2B5

10-06-2011, 08:40 AM

tankdeer

10-06-2011, 08:52 AM

I washed my car. In the rain. LOL
I've done that; a couple times. Must be a PNW thing. [:)]

SoCalS4Avant

10-06-2011, 09:06 AM

Listed one of them up for sale in a few other places.

May be sad in the coming days.

sleeperwagon

10-06-2011, 05:15 PM

2 months into owning a B8, St coil-overs installed this morning along with mods in signature. winter wheels coming next and thinking of tinting out the rear tail-lights.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6221/6218885874_1e6c923de0.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218885874/)
B8 Avant, Titanium Package, APR, lowered.... (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218885874/) by m3avant (http://www.flickr.com/people/68333930@N05/), on Flickr
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6236/6218364429_f32b1fd670.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218364429/)
Rear view B8 Avant, Audi (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218364429/) by m3avant (http://www.flickr.com/people/68333930@N05/), on Flickr
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6230/6218885808_08d3bdb245.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218885808/)
Side view B8 Avant, Audi (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218885808/) by m3avant (http://www.flickr.com/people/68333930@N05/), on Flickr

CARTEL

10-06-2011, 05:23 PM

I washed my car. In the rain. LOL

Then I re-aimed my headlights. Much better now.

Did you follow any writeup for this? If so, can you throw it my way?

SoCalS4Avant

10-06-2011, 05:26 PM

FishinDad

10-06-2011, 05:47 PM

THAT IS MONEY!

And PLEASE don't tint the tails. Lovin' your car the way it is.

2x

tankdeer

10-06-2011, 09:33 PM

2x
x3. and un-tint the corners while you're at it.

boarderx100

10-07-2011, 12:04 AM

2 months into owning a B8, St coil-overs installed this morning along with mods in signature. winter wheels coming next and thinking of tinting out the rear tail-lights.
Side view B8 Avant, Audi (http://www.flickr.com/photos/68333930@N05/6218885808/) by m3avant (http://www.flickr.com/people/68333930@N05/), on Flickr

Beautiful ride. I want a b8 now..

sleeperwagon

10-07-2011, 05:05 AM

correction: not tinting tails. Took off exhaust tips and getting black ones. Thanks for the feedback.

r33fgirl

10-07-2011, 06:12 AM

Detailed the car during last weekend...
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-QqjRc1-e4Kw/Tou2EImC2wI/AAAAAAAAAC0/3eCYXgRtaj4/s800/S6_side01.jpg

Capt. Obvious

10-07-2011, 08:23 AM

Did you follow any writeup for this? If so, can you throw it my way?
Here you go:

http://forums.clubrsx.com/showthread.php?t=464202

Personally, when I aim my headlights per DOT spec with the 2.1" drop, I feel like they're shining straight at the ground. Mine are aimed with a 1" drop instead and it's a bit better (probably because my headlights are so much lower than the average car, so the beams hit the ground sooner at that angle). I've had some friends do drive-bys with me and they said they weren't blinded or anything, even though I'm running 55w ballasts and 6k bulbs.

hazMatt01

10-08-2011, 10:22 PM

Spacers! Finally! 12mm H&R. Only the rear for now. Still debating on size for the front.

Before http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j231/EllesDTrails/Audi%20S4/HnRSpacers-4.jpg
After http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j231/EllesDTrails/Audi%20S4/HnRSpacers-5.jpg

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j231/EllesDTrails/Audi%20S4/HnRSpacers-6.jpg

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j231/EllesDTrails/Audi%20S4/HnRSpacers-1.jpg

moyenecorniche

10-09-2011, 04:28 AM

Nice..... I like....
Hopefully this Columbus Day week everything falls into place

moyenecorniche

10-09-2011, 04:33 AM

I took the Avant to Avantoberfest meet/cruise for an all too brief join up ( for me ) could only be there until Lime Rock....
Then got home and decided it was time to return to the all black lower fog-beams screens/grills.

Out came the paint and voila.

Before, albeit after the slats removal and screen install

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/7710fdbf.jpg

And now almost back to stock but the fogs are hidden which I like better....

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/fe3e1142.jpg

On another note.....Ok...you guy's were right that it looks best black, but I had to see it and live with it for a while to be sure..

kneel

10-09-2011, 10:10 AM

miggity02

10-10-2011, 03:28 PM

I got my B5 avant a little sibling.

Avant
http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/miggity02/P1060458.jpg

A3
http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/miggity02/P1060742.jpg

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/miggity02/P1060745.jpg

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/miggity02/P1060739.jpg

car

10-10-2011, 04:16 PM

Chipped. APR 93 / Stage 2 file. Picked up NGK BKR7EIX plugs for tomorrows excitement.

Picture for those who like pictures. Which is everyone!

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p37/SLC18T/302251_10150351733579481_502864480_7871994_1370462 73_n.jpg

GramCracker

10-10-2011, 04:40 PM

^Awesome!

I finally took some pics of my finished B5 RNS-E

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/ferrari32/RNS-Ecomplete-2.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/ferrari32/RNS-Ecomplete-4.jpg

car

10-10-2011, 04:55 PM

/\/\/\/\ Jealous!

I need to get me one of them too. Just haven't started looking yet.

hazMatt01

10-10-2011, 05:42 PM

Gram how difficult was the install and how much did the whole thing set you back? Looks nice.

87supraman

10-10-2011, 06:58 PM

Rotated tires, checked tire pressure.. all were a few psi low, pumped them all up to 36....and sideswiped my garage door while being slightly distracted after seeing a pair of hotties run by.. [headbang]
http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd416/Dan_Emily86/Mobile%20Uploads/downsized_1008111457.jpg
Now searching for a ming blue fender.

clawfilm

10-10-2011, 07:07 PM

Completed my front license plate magnetization project.

Looked into ordering the B6 plastic plate holder from Audi. One dealer quoted me $150 and the other $200. I went to Autozone and found one for $4.99
The audi one will work for magnetizing but it did seem heavier than the Autozone plate.

Parts:
-Plastic Plate Holder from Autozone: $4.99
-PVC Sheet from Home Depot (this part creates a buffer between the plastic plate and front grill): $4.99
-3 Packs of 3/8 X 7/8 x 1-7/8: $4.94
-First attempt was superglue
-2nd attempt gorilla glue & gorilla tape

Sequence:
Glue two magnets to the plastic play holder.http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6095/6232993574_4e1a81549c_b.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6039/6232474857_6a4434927c_b.jpg
Glue 5 magnets to back of euro plate holder. Make sure to clamp magnets down because gorilla glue rises and will make them shift. (mind the leg shot)http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6222/6232997184_1a791d5822_b.jpg
Gorilla tape them over in case glue doesn't like the cold. http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6047/6232987202_c0a00341c1_b.jpg
Tricky part. Glue the sheet of PVC to the FRONT of the Autozone plate holder. The reason for glueing the front is for when you pull the plate away from the car you aren't pulling the magnets away from the glue. The magnets will still be exposed as seen in the picture. Once the sheet has dried put 3 more magnets into the center area. Glue those to the PVC sheet as well as the plastic Autozone plate holder (sorry I don't have the picture of that part).http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6173/6232464647_c07a4ac21e_b.jpg
Screw everything back in and you have your parking plate or slow city driving plate.http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6166/6233058076_85f91034b0_b.jpg That isn't road rash, just a reflection of the phone flash = ) Also I know the chrome pieces look pretty worn. I just bought the car and plan to get a new grill after the winter.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6157/6232991014_741651cdf9_b.jpg

For the few cities that care about having front plates, I hope this helps.

dc

GramCracker

10-10-2011, 07:24 PM

/\/\/\/\ Jealous!

I need to get me one of them too. Just haven't started looking yet.

Thanks man! I'm quite jealous of your Avant, she's sexy [up]

Search www.car-part.com You'll eventually find an RNS-E for a good price. That site searches all the salvage yards in the USA (or wherever you specify)

Gram how difficult was the install and how much did the whole thing set you back? Looks nice.

You have a PM sir!

moyenecorniche

10-10-2011, 09:30 PM

I like the black, but i think the plate helps the front of the car. My bumbewr too has holes in it form the plate. I just run my plate to cover it up, plus too many tickets in NYC for not having the plate.

Was good meeting you yesterday. See you next year for Avantober

For sure...I'm awaiting a Euro plate for the front, an actual Principaute De Monaco . from my aunt who lives there ( I did also until 11 ) but return often..

dropshadow

10-11-2011, 06:23 AM

Completed my front license plate magnetization project.

Nice work. I did a similar mount a couple months ago, except I used rare earth magnets:
http://i.imgur.com/Ijbkz.jpg (http://imgur.com/Ijbkz)

Then about 3 weeks later, I lost the plate in a heavy rainstorm. I ordered more magnets and another mount and tried again, this time with a *lot* more magnets:
http://seanblog.com/a4/plate02.jpg

I also added a ziptie failsafe that hooks into the grill, just in case:
http://seanblog.com/a4/plate03.jpg
http://seanblog.com/a4/plate04.jpg
http://seanblog.com/a4/plate05.jpg

tankdeer

10-11-2011, 07:49 AM

Doesn't that scratch up the plate filler? Doesn't look like you have any sort of padding in place?

dropshadow

10-11-2011, 08:19 AM

Doesn't that scratch up the plate filler? Doesn't look like you have any sort of padding in place?

I have a layer of VentureShield (clear bra) on the filler plate.

tankdeer

10-11-2011, 08:33 AM

I have a layer of VentureShield (clear bra) on the filler plate.
Ah, that makes sense. Looks good.

clawfilm

10-11-2011, 09:55 AM

boostedAvant

10-11-2011, 10:12 AM

Where in CO? a lot of my Denver buddies have those magnet setups because of the meter nazis there. I never had problems running a euro plate there for three years though.

clawfilm

10-11-2011, 10:25 AM

I plan to keep my out of state IL plates for the s4. I worked out there for a month this Aug/Sep and we looked around Eldorado Springs, Nederland, but will probably end up going with Boulder or Louisville. Hope to build a house more in the mountains one day. I fly to work mostly so being close to Denver's airport is a must. It also limits our living radius (staying on the west side of the airport).

Did you have Colorado or Oregon plates?

dc

moyenecorniche

10-11-2011, 06:17 PM

Today..which actually started yesterday...Engine light came on...rough idling below a 1000, thought perhaps.... well I had to get gas yesterday and put in Mobil 89 ( usually run 93 ) thought that might be the culprit...
Opened the hood/bonnet today....went to tech section looked up similar symptoms...possibly diagnosed the problem... T connection or MAF or Pressure Valve or..No none of the above..
As I was doing the mod described below I noticed that there seemed to be oil residue around the back of the engine and on top of the engine cover...Hmmm..closer inspection revealed one of the breather hoses has split.
So ordered all the parts today, they are all close to failure time wise...best to replace the entire section of couplings and hoses since taking one off without risking to crack the others is just too difficult and nigh impossible.
Unfortunately, I don't have the time to do it myself so Premier Auto will tomorrow...There goes $300.00 bucks...$200.00 in parts.....

....So I did a bit of unrelated mod concerning the air intake. Living in the country I noticed last year that around this time of year, mice figured out that the air box inlet was a perfect conduit to a warm and somewhat fuzzy box..??? I opened it up last year to find it full of soft nesting materials... Easy solution...took a piece of leftover grille from the lower grille's mesh, cut it and bent it to fit tightly in the opening of the air inlet.
No way is a mouse going to chew it's way thru a metal mesh......

http://i657.photobucket.com/albums/uu294/MarcJM/0ba070d9.jpg

BTW...The mesh is the house gutter mesh that is sold at Lowe's and Home depot for like $3.00 a strip of 3 feet by 8 inches.
Initially designed to keep the leaves out....But it has so many other much more practical uses....[;)]

cleaver

10-11-2011, 09:18 PM

Not today, but a couple of Saturdays ago. Took the Avant on a night time dirt/gravel rally. Took Third in class (trophy is on the passenger window sill), then spent 7 hours the following day making her pristine again.
http://i.imgur.com/bRjnE.jpg

dropshadow

10-12-2011, 07:17 AM

What are those rare earth magnets rated at? I don't think I'll be driving with my front plate, just parking with it.
I'm planning to move to CO after the winter so I'll take that as an opportunity to get rid of my front plate permanently. I also may tint my windows a tad pass IL regulation.

I'm not sure what they're rated, but they're strong as hell. I can't pull the plate mount off with one hand, which is exactly what I wanted. I did, however, also purchase a filler with a license plate mount so that it's permanently mounted during the winter and also to keep my custom filler piece looking nice.

CCA4

10-12-2011, 07:31 AM

Finally got around to taking some GTF measurements, came in at a respectable 24.5" all around [:)]

patastinky

10-12-2011, 07:47 PM

I made this video. catless downpipes + milltek exhaust :)

http://youtu.be/qCuRk5mCfv8?hd=1

Turbwhistle

10-12-2011, 07:50 PM

very nice! I was following a catless s4 a last weekend and i fell in love with the 4.2.

patastinky

10-12-2011, 07:52 PM

very nice! I was following a catless s4 a last weekend and i fell in love with the 4.2.

Thanks.. Catless really shows off the sounds of the V8! I'm considering keeping it like that, however the smell is really unbearable.

Turbwhistle

10-12-2011, 08:05 PM

Thanks.. Catless really shows off the sounds of the V8! I'm considering keeping it like that, however the smell is really unbearable.
I liked it so much, that for my next car i am shooting to get a b7 s4 avant, rather then the b5 s4 avant i was originally thinking of getting.

Hyphy

10-12-2011, 11:45 PM

Washed her

patastinky

10-13-2011, 05:14 AM

I liked it so much, that for my next car i am shooting to get a b7 s4 avant, rather then the b5 s4 avant i was originally thinking of getting.

Your from CT? Nice.. You want to buy mine :) Looking to move to an RS4 platform. If so, send me a PM.

Turbwhistle

10-13-2011, 05:22 AM

Ummm yea about that, i am saying down the road, not like today.

moyenecorniche

10-13-2011, 06:02 AM

Day after the repairs, breather hoses PVC or T connection ($230.00) and a few other parts replaced, at the same time bought new brake pads for all around $140.00. Install of Front pads and all breather hoses, total came out to $443.30 .....Hmmmmm...but it's back to running smoothly and stopping as it should. Rear brake pads will be next week. [:|] [:d]
Upgrading the brakes to a B7 S4 system will wait until next spring.....

I feel a detail session coming up this weekend....[:)]

patastinky

10-13-2011, 08:32 AM

Ummm yea about that, i am saying down the road, not like today.

Well.. When you are ready, please let me know :)

patastinky

10-13-2011, 08:37 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIHTVUZ-oBM=HD1

I made another exhaust sound video.

tankdeer

10-13-2011, 09:07 AM

^ sounds real nice.

Turbwhistle

10-13-2011, 10:27 AM

Well.. When you are ready, please let me know :)

Will do, what is it, black interior, 6speed?

claudiovagkraft

10-13-2011, 11:14 AM

Not today and nothing exciting, but I did some general maintenancein the last little bit...had my steering rack replaced last week, car feels almost like new again, going to replace all the front control arms with the Meyle HD kit. I did both driver and passenger front window regulators within the span of one month. On the fun side of things, I put on a Koni FSD kit a couple months ago, along with 15mm spacers back and 12mm spacers front. Car sits and feels nice.

patastinky

10-13-2011, 12:08 PM

Will do, what is it, black interior, 6speed?
Yes, fully loaded (navi, parking assist, bi-xenon, bluetooth)

Tking503

10-13-2011, 08:48 PM

Full hood paint protection film and debadged her.

BCsniper

10-13-2011, 09:14 PM

catless downpipes + milltek exhaust :)

if you've just gone catless DP's then where are the obligatory flames out of the tail-pipes video?

show me fire

calitri808

10-13-2011, 11:32 PM

Last Sunday I picked up a set of bi-xenon headlights for my b8 a4 avant from a guy locally. Monday I ordered a kufatec harness, and today after work I installed them, and vagcom'd to have LEDs on at full brightness with headlights on, LEDs on with signal, wired in high bean wires to stock harness, blah, blah, blah... Damn I love these head lights...

patastinky

10-14-2011, 09:41 AM

if you've just gone catless DP's then where are the obligatory flames out of the tail-pipes video?

show me fire

lol. That would be scary, but yet cool at the same time.

dropshadow

10-14-2011, 10:02 AM

Since I know there are some B8 Avant owners in here, could any of you that drive a B8 automatic please check out my thread and provide some insight? Thanks!
http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/453341-Question-about-the-B8-Automatic

CCA4

10-14-2011, 10:59 AM

Got my coolant flushed and the expansion tank replaced, also ordered my timing belt kit. Thought this was kind of funny though, notes from the tech on the invoice they gave me:

http://i316.photobucket.com/albums/mm323/christopercook7/2011-10-14_12-01-38_31.jpg

[:D]

Turbwhistle

10-17-2011, 06:42 AM

Well, this weekend i did....my timing belts, snub mount, fmic.

Stubek

10-17-2011, 06:49 AM

I drove her after letting her sit for 17 days while I was in South Africa. Saw a few cool Audis over there I will post pictures of in a few days.

Tking503

10-17-2011, 08:23 AM

Plasti-Dipped the whispbars and flat black painted the logos.

tankdeer

10-17-2011, 09:22 AM

Replaced the cam follower yesterday.

kneel

10-17-2011, 09:27 AM

removed the flat black paint from the thule areo bars. Went with a brushed looked this year on the bars.

snowplau

10-17-2011, 10:36 AM

dropshadow

10-17-2011, 02:24 PM

Yesterday I hauled a giant Ariens snowblower home in my Avant while a guy with a Tahoe couldn't make the same model fit in his vehicle, so he had to rent a pickup from Home Depot. Poor guy.

Gdlaszako

10-17-2011, 03:46 PM

^ thats the best

I did my oil change yesterday or the day before

vicegrip

10-17-2011, 04:17 PM

Installed my new Magnaflow 14581's and debadged

http://i781.photobucket.com/albums/yy93/Bencress/IMG_0719.jpg

http://i781.photobucket.com/albums/yy93/Bencress/IMG_0718.jpg

vicegrip

10-17-2011, 04:20 PM

Also seafoam and 8000K fogs

http://i781.photobucket.com/albums/yy93/Bencress/IMG_0716.jpg

Mr. Red

10-17-2011, 11:46 PM

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6212/6256275651_85366398ec_z.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6156/6256805412_1c34a3310d_z.jpg

If the weather is nice tomorrow I'll give her a wash and take some better pics

hazMatt01

10-18-2011, 06:43 AM

5mm front spacers, stubby antenna & new cabin filter

trex000

10-18-2011, 07:03 AM

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6212/6256275651_85366398ec_z.jpg

If the weather is nice tomorrow I'll give her a wash and take some better pics

Is that Buzz Lightyear doing all the work??

SoCalS4Avant

10-18-2011, 12:47 PM

Put a new glove box lid in on Saturday. Not a difficult job at all. I HATE the glove boxes on these cars, though. They break as much as anything! LOL

tankdeer

10-18-2011, 01:16 PM

I'm on my original glove box. [:)]

SoCalS4Avant

10-18-2011, 02:47 PM

I'm on my original glove box. [:)]

I WAS too! You're not there for long, though. You just jinxed yourself.

tankdeer

10-18-2011, 02:58 PM

I WAS too! You're not there for long, though. You just jinxed yourself.
I know, I was thinking that as I typed it. Totally worth it though. [:p]

Turbwhistle

10-18-2011, 04:40 PM

I used my adams detail kit from detailersdomain.com, that i won at avantoberfest. I think it may have came out good, it was dark when i finished, and it is going to rain tomorrow, fml. It is definitely better then my old crap. Pictures tomorrow if it doesn't get to dirty.

snowplau

10-18-2011, 07:41 PM

I won the west coast one!!! I still haven't got it yet tho but please believe I neeeeed to use it lol

Turbwhistle

10-18-2011, 08:23 PM

Nice!

Kem

10-19-2011, 02:53 PM

I installed RNS-E last night and got the 2010/11 maps DVD in today. :D

tchuck

10-21-2011, 12:29 AM

Swapped my girly sway bar for the RS4 unit. Feebly struggled with the bar removal for about 10mins before dropping the exhaust hangers and pulling it right out. Unfortunately I haven't had time for a test drive yet.

Tomorrow I'm hoping to get the Tyrol Sport brake kit and engine snub mount installed. The possible arrival of Adam's rotors may just blow that plan all to hell...[wrench]

naiku

10-21-2011, 05:25 AM

Swapped my girly sway bar for the RS4 unit. Feebly struggled with the bar removal for about 10mins before dropping the exhaust hangers and pulling it right out. Unfortunately I haven't had time for a test drive yet.

I remember doing that, its funny how much smaller the stock one is compared to the RS4. I also struggled for a few minutes getting both the old one out, and the new one in, so you are not alone there.

happy2B5

10-21-2011, 07:57 AM

I won the west coast one!!! I still haven't got it yet tho but please believe I neeeeed to use it lol

so you won that huh, my car still is sitting in the garage covered in bug splat, dog drool and dust from last weekend. guess what i'll be doing this weekend!

Axel-

10-21-2011, 12:36 PM

Installed an illuminated shiftknob.

http://www.gauntlet.net/audi/shiftknob1.jpg
http://www.gauntlet.net/audi/shiftknob2.jpg
http://www.gauntlet.net/audi/shiftknob3.jpg

ilko

10-21-2011, 01:02 PM

I bought it a cargo box:

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb432/ilko44/USP/photo.jpg

BCsniper

10-21-2011, 01:07 PM

just picked up my Thule Atlantis 1600 from Greyhound.

it just barely fit in the back of the Avant. Hopefully I'll get roof bars soon so I can start using it. I had to move the seats forward then cock it at an angle so I could move my drivers seat back to a somewhat reasonable position to shift.
I'm still considering getting these to use on my roof: http://www.ebay.com/itm/260848557097?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

Of course, like most, I'd prefer a set of Whispbars, but it's hard for me to justify spending the cost of the box on just a set of rails. I thought I could find a cheap, decent pair of Thule or Yakima bars for sale locally, but since I haven't really been seeing any lately I might just give up and buy the eBay ones.

naiku

10-22-2011, 10:09 AM

Oil change, new air filter, spark plugs, and if they arrive today new cabin filter and windshield wipers.

On another note, seen 2 B8 Avants since yesterday, I think the Premium Plus model, either way they both looked amazing and I am somewhat glad I cannot afford to trade my B7 in on a B8, the more I see a B8 (especially the top model) Avant the more I want one.

Tking503

10-23-2011, 03:44 PM

Thule 686bxt Atlantis 1600

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/DSC_0730.JPG

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/DSC_0724.JPG

tchuck

10-23-2011, 07:08 PM

I installed the Tyrolsport solid brake bushing kit today. Great mod for brake feel and extremely simple install. It has a similar effect to braided ss brake lines - Less squish and a more predictable pedal action. Every B6 without a bbk should have this mod.

Sent from my BlackBerry 9800 using Tapatalk

Axel-

10-24-2011, 08:29 AM

Not so much today as this entire week. JHM Stage 1 Supercharger, Stern Motor Mounts, JHM Stage 4 clutch, JHM Light Weight Flywheel, JHM Intake Manifold

tankdeer

10-24-2011, 09:35 AM

Not today (last night) and not me (wife) but.................... totaled it. [=(]

Axel-

10-24-2011, 09:45 AM

Not today (last night) and not me (wife) but.................... totaled it. [=(]

Wtf? Is she ok? Accident with another car? Animal? Ditch?

tankdeer

10-24-2011, 09:49 AM

She's fine thanks. Another bitch ran a red and clipped the front. Pulled her a good 30-40ft down the road. Whole front end is pulled to the side and pushed back a bit. Radiator was destroyed and bleeding. Engine seemed ok except for the belts/pulleys are obviously all smashed to bits. We don't know 100% sure if it's totaled yet, but it's not looking very promising right now. Damage was pretty substantial.

Axel-

10-24-2011, 09:55 AM

Glad to hear no one got hurt.
Assuming it is totaled, what are you thinking of getting next? Another Avant or something different?

tankdeer

10-24-2011, 10:02 AM

Another avant for sure. We were hoping to upgrade to an S4 (still avant - wanna sell cheap? ;)), but that's not in the cards at the moment. Plus, a B7 S4 6MT avant is not something you can really buy on a whim. So we're already looking at replacing with another B7 A4. Found a unicorn in CO for reasonable price. (Ibis white titanium 6MT) that we'll likely pursue if (when) we find out we're totaled. Poor car. Wife is heartbroken. She looooooooooved that car.

M-Dub

10-24-2011, 10:08 AM

Gave her a good bath... waiting on new ballasts, bulbs to fix my dipped lights issue...

SoCalS4Avant

10-24-2011, 10:09 AM

Not today (last night) and not me (wife) but.................... totaled it. [=(]

Sad. Sad. Sad.

She's fine thanks. Another bitch ran a red and clipped the front. Pulled her a good 30-40ft down the road. Whole front end is pulled to the side and pushed back a bit. Radiator was destroyed and bleeding. Engine seemed ok except for the belts/pulleys are obviously all smashed to bits. We don't know 100% sure if it's totaled yet, but it's not looking very promising right now. Damage was pretty substantial.

I'm glad to hear your wife is ok, though. Cars can always be replaced. Family, friends, and such...not so much. Keep us updated.

Another avant for sure. We were hoping to upgrade to an S4 (still avant - wanna sell cheap? ;)), but that's not in the cards at the moment. Plus, a B7 S4 6MT avant is not something you can really buy on a whim. So we're already looking at replacing with another B7 A4. Found a unicorn in CO for reasonable price. (Ibis white titanium 6MT) that we'll likely pursue if (when) we find out we're totaled. Poor car. Wife is heartbroken. She looooooooooved that car.

Depending on your needs, I do know a certain B6 S4 Avant 6MT that's for sale. [:D] lol